For SS26 Denim looks that go beyond basic jeans
When Jonathan Anderson presented his debut collection for Dior Spring/Summer 2026_ the 74 mesmerizing looks offered so much to take in that one could almost overlook the subtle denim mini-skirts and pussy-bow blouses tucked among them. Yet they were there—proof that Anderson_ like several designers this season_ embraced denim as a richly expressive fabric_ capable of transcending its origins in the classic jean. Washes and finishes ran the gamut_ from deep indigo to bleach and tints and distressing_ deconstruction and patchworking. Here are ten examples from the SS26 season.
Marques_ Almeida SS26
Look 33: a cropped corset top_ cargo pocket jeans and a maxi-length belted layer_ all in stone washed blue denim.
Andersson Bell SS26
Look 95: three layered slip dresses under a pair of jeans cut off and frayed below the waist and given denim inserts below the knee.
FDMTL SS26
Look 51: a shirt in a patchwork of washed Japanese style denim pieces with hidden placket and flap pockets and a distressed jacket styled as a skirt
Han SS26
Look 15: a cropped denim jacket in a light blue wash and stenciled logo and matching shorts.
Aknvas SS26
Look 6: a light blue corseted denim dress with panniers attached with cross stitched laces and matching thigh high waders.
Orefice SS26
Look 1: a long line jacket in washed and distressed light blue denim with stand-up collar and matching pleated front below the knee shorts.
Phillip Lim SS26
Look 16: a collarless jacket with fitted waist and peplum in white-washed pale blue denim with four pockets and matching asymmetric hem skirt with pockets in a darker wash.
Sacai SS26
Look 25: a jacket in medium blue wash denim patches and white canvas inserts with frayed edges and a matching bubble skirt fashioned from jeans.
MSML SS26
Look 41: a loose fit aviator suit in dark denim with center zip_ four pocket details and a belt.
Ahluwalia SS26
Look 19: a dress in light blue stone wash with a split and knotted waist and asymmetric buttons
